North Shore Kiwanis' 5th Annual Dog Show Returns This Weekend

GLEN COVE, NY — It's a dog's life: North Shore Kiwanis is hosting their 5th Annual Dog Show this Sunday at the Garvies Point Dog Park at 1 p.m.

Proceeds will support the work of the Kiwanis Club of North Shore Foundation, which is a 501(c)3 charitable organization. The event will benefit the Koats 4 Kids and Kicks 4 Kids programs for children in need, organizers said.

There will be opportunities for photos with pups, and prizes, too. Attendees can show off their best matching outfits, tricks, and fanciest four-legged friend.

Founder and chair of the event Leslie Kle said the event was born during COVID — when she felt like the community needed something to lift spirits.

"It is a very light event, filled with fun and laughter," she said. "Our MC, John Canning, always makes it a great time."

The North Shore High School Key Club is the main volunteer at the event, and Opal Wealth Management and Dan's Pet Care are some of the sponsors.

The entry fee costs $25, with 100 percent of proceeds being donated. Advance registration is encouraged, because there is a maximum of 40 dogs this year— but walk-ins are welcome. For additional information, email nskiwanisdogshow@gmail.com.

The event will be Sunday, Oct. 26, at 1 p.m. at the Gravies Point Dog Park, located at 36 Garvies Point Road in Glen Cove.